Quality Assurance Manager

We are looking for a qualified QA Manager with experience gained in the retail industry with a background in meat manufacturing or similar plants.

You will be responsible for the full Quality Assurance Management system and implementation of all HACCP processes related to the products.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop the Quality Assurance Program/System by implementing the food safety requirements within Meat Markets.
• Source, service and calibrate instruments and equipment for quality control.
• Manage all internal and external laboratory processes.
• Establish Service Level Agreements for external service providers.
• Research and stay abreast with new or updated regulations, laws, standards and other official enactments that may be applicable to the meat plant.
• Provide guidance on microbiological controls within the Meat Plants.
• Oversee the quality control aspects of raw materials and finished products.
• Monitor production control function to ensure that SOPs are adhered to.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology or related field is essential.
• 4 years minimum experience in a Quality Assurance management capacity within a MEAT PLANT/FRESH MEAT PRODUCE OR SIMILAR environment.
• Solid understanding of end-to-end meat production operations.
• HACCP.
• ISO Standards – FSSC22000.
• MS Office 365 with strong Excel skills.

Skills:

• Excellent communication skills in English and Afrikaans.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills in order to navigate large running projects.
• The desire to join a world-class environment and the ability to consistently learn and develop further.
• Attention to detail and an analytical mind.